Boosting Reading @ Secondary (BR@S)

Brief Overview

For a significant number of secondary school pupils reading can be a mechanical process, lacking in meaning. Such pupils often lack motivation and can fail to problem solve words and monitor their meaning. The Boosting Reading @ Secondary programme supports the acquisition of good reading skills, enabling pupils to be independent problem solvers who read with understanding and enjoyment. The course provides insights into the causes of reading difficulties and offers training in the use of a structured 10 week, one-to-one intervention.

Facilitators

Reading Recovery Teacher Leader: Michelle Deeming

Who is it suitable for?

Experienced TAs, Support Assistants, and Learning Mentors

What will you take away with you? e.g. resources, learning points etc

Lesson observations, information on the reading process, the use of questioning, praising and prompting skills, assessment and close observation techniques